Vintage 1955 sewing pattern for a bathrobe, "Femmes d'Aujourd'hui" magazine, old retro, size 46

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Description

This document, visible in the photo, is a vintage sewing pattern, issued as a free weekly supplement to "À Femmes d'Aujourd'hui" magazine, issue 548, for the week of October 30 to November 5, 1955. It is a pattern titled "Un joli peignoir (T. 46)" (A pretty bathrobe (Size 46)), intended for making a women's bathrobe, typical of the 1950s style. The front, clearly highlighted in the image, features three detailed illustrations of variations of the same model, with different poses to better visualize the final look and cut details.

The pattern is printed in black on an old sheet of paper, with a slightly yellowed tint, characteristic of period papers. The drawings show a long bathrobe, crossed at the waist, with a tied belt, long sleeves, and a shawl collar. The three illustrated versions offer varied patterns: a polka dot model, a striped model, and a houndstooth model, allowing the garment to be adapted according to taste or available fabrics. The indicated size is 46, specified in parentheses under the main title.

The layout also includes a descriptive text at the bottom left, providing construction tips and specifying possible variations depending on the chosen fabric (satin, wool, velvet). The pattern format is a large folded sheet, with corners marked by time and slight wear visible on the edges, without major tears in the illustrated or textual area.

The document's header is clearly legible, mentioning the publication date and the free nature of the supplement, which attests to its authenticity and origin. The illustrations, typical of 1950s fashion drawing, present elegant silhouettes, emphasizing the waist and femininity, in the vein of post-war retro style.

Condition

This sewing pattern is used and sold as is. The wear of the paper, visible folds, and marks of time attest to its age, without altering the legibility of the instructions or the clarity of the illustrations.

Did you know? "À Femmes d'Aujourd'hui" magazine, launched in 1933 in Belgium, long offered free sewing pattern supplements, which were very popular with households in the post-war period. These patterns helped to democratize home garment making at a time when women's fashion was rapidly evolving towards more comfort while maintaining marked elegance.

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